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Lil Wayne, GloRilla, Camila Cabello to perform at College Football National ChampionshipTHEY’RE still knocking on heaven’s door. But last night, Celtic needed some divine intervention to stop it smacking them right in the face. 5 Cameron Carter Vickers' blunder gifted Brugge the lead Credit: Reuters 5 Daizen Maeda's equaliser sent Celtic Park wild Credit: Reuters 5 Brendan Rodgers saw his side rally and grab a point from the brink Credit: EPA In the end, they pulled off a result which – for me at least – was better than last month’s dazzling win over RB Leipzig . A point against this fast, inventive, brilliantly-drilled Belgian side must have felt more like a win to Brendan Rodgers , to his players and to the legions in the stands who’d bitten their fingernails down to the elbow. That point took them to eight out of 15 , probably one win out of their last three from guaranteeing a place in the play-offs for the knockout stages. It kept them ahead of Brugge themselves, Feyenoord , PSV, Real Madrid , PSG and level with Man City and Juventus . How they got it, though? Read More Celtic stories BLUES BROTHERS Club Brugge fans sing RANGERS song as they march to Celtic Park for clash MEICH DROP Moment Celtic blunder sparks on-field inquest as Schmeichel shows leadership You tell me, because I still can’t quite get my head round how this game turned itself around. It’s remarkable to think that for all their lightning-fast football , all their possession and all the touches they had in Celtic’s box, Brugge’s only goal was almost as bizarre a gift as the penalty Aston Villa stopper Tyrone Mings had quite literally handed them last time out. Back then, no one could quite believe that the defender had reached down and put his hand on the ball after keeper Emi Martinez had rolled a free-kick to him inside the box. Here, the sense of astonishment was just as great in the moment when Cameron Carter-Vickers turned blind to play a passback to Kasper Schmeichel , not realising the Dane had gone to the opposite side of the goal to make an angle for the clearance. Most read in Football Celtic 1 Club Brugge 1 Jutgla 'goal' ruled out after Maeda levels after Carter-Vickers OG EYES FRONT Rangers boss Philippe Clement opens up on talks with new CEO Patrick Stewart BUS BEAST Kilmarnock fan famous for foul-mouthed post-match rants exposed as paedophile THREAT CONCERN Glasgow councillor APOLOGISES for Gers fans comment in shock pub row Both could only stand and gawp as the ball bobbled in off the left-hand post . Carter-Vickers looked as if he might cry. Schmeichel called his mates together for an impromptu huddle, a few seconds to draw breath and clear their heads. The silence was so profound you could almost hear blades of grass moving, an eerie vacuum that would be matched midway through the second half when, having hauled themselves back into the contest, Celtic looked for all the world like it would be for nothing. 'I'm known as Grandpa Joe now' star of Celtic's Xmas ad opens up on moment with Hoops legend when he got the part Ferran Jutgla’s first touch, shoulder-drop and clinical finish from left-back Maxim De Cuyper’s cross summed up everything good about what the visitors had brought with them. Again, you could have heard a mouse cough. Yet suddenly, the freezing night air was being filled by a thunderous swell of noise as Bulgarian VAR official Dragomir Draganov whispered in countryman Georgi Kabakov’s ear that the Spanish striker’s heel had been offside as he did his stuff. What a let-off. What a moment. And let’s be honest here. Before the first whistle of their first game in this new-style, freestyle group set-up, they’d have bitten your hand off to be where they are. They’d have paid good money there and then to finish somewhere in the middle of the 36-team pack. Now, beat whipping boys of Bern at home and maybe get even a draw away to Dinamo Zagreb and they’ll surely be there – a prospect that seemed a long, long way off after that 7-1 humbling in Dortmund on matchnight two , when the world shrugged and said: “That’s just what Celtic do in Europe .” Well, it seems that’s what Celtic USED to do in Europe, seeing as a disciplined draw away to Atalanta , a classy demolition of Leipzig and this courageous draw with Brugge later, such a heavy defeat feels more like a freak, an outlier. This form, this level, this Celtic; this is becoming the norm. Or, at least, the Celtic of the last half hour. 5 A wonder-goal from the Japanese international earned the Hoops' eighth point of the campaign Credit: Getty 5 The Belgians thought they'd grabbed a second too Credit: Reuters The first hour? Boy or boy, did they get a chasing. Orchestrated effortlessly by Nigerian playmaker Raphael Onyedika, with Andreas Skov Olsen electric down the right and Greek left-winger Christos Tzolis – scourge of England in his country’s win at Wembley last month – darting here, there and everywhere, they were the better side by miles. It took Schmeichel’s fingertips to stop De Cuyper making it two right after half-time. And had Skov Olsen buried a simple chance just before the hour, the substitutions Rodgers was about to make might have been little more than deckchair-shuffling. Instead, he skewed over from six yards, on came Paolo Bernardo and Alex Valle – and in a flash, the latter had made a massive contribution. His first touch was a crisp pass down the left to Daizen Maeda and although the return ball didn’t come, he got it next time, fed a little ball into the box and the Japanese winger produced a lovely turn and finish in off the far post. Their manager had called for the power of Parkhead to drive his team to glory and, out of nowhere, it had been cranked up to 11. Read more on the Scottish Sun LOOKING UP I'm a four-time world champ but my eyesight is going so I've made crucial change ISLE SAY Stunning home with panoramic views for sale for just £135k - but there's a catch A game that could and probably should have been miles out of their reach was suddenly there for the taking. And so now is glory. Keep up to date with ALL t h e latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Post Nigeria Soku Oil Wells: Rivers, Bayelsa governors agree to resolve differences Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News Soku Oil Wells: Rivers, Bayelsa governors agree to resolve differences Published on December 28, 2024 By Matthew Atungwu Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and his Bayelsa State counterpart, Douye Diri, have reiterated their commitment to fostering peaceful coexistence between the two states amid the controversies over the ownership of Soku Oil Wells and Bayelsa State’s landed properties in Port Harcourt. The governors made this commitment when Governor Diri led a delegation of Bayelsa State officials on a Christmas visit to Governor Fubara at the Government House, Port Harcourt, reciprocating an earlier visit by the Rivers State Governor to Yenagoa. Governor Diri, during the meeting, expressed gratitude for Governor Fubara’s peaceful approach to resolving the long-standing issues. He commended his counterpart for working with him to reach a truce over the contentious Soku Oil Wells and the takeover of Bayelsa State properties by the past administration, which had led to a Supreme Court case by his administration. Governor Fubara stressed the historical ties between the two states, which were once united as Rivers State, emphasizing the importance of cooperation. He reaffirmed his administration’s efforts to resolve the disputes amicably in the best interest of both states. Fubara also emphasized the need to strengthen the BRACE Commission—a regional body comprising Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Edo States—to promote development and regional integration. Related Topics: bayelsa rivers Soku Oil Wells Don't Miss Kwara: Gov Abdulrazaq mourns late Chief of Staff, Abdulquadri Mahe You may like Rivers: You’ve been shamed – APC chieftain mocks Ganduje, Okocha over court ruling Presidential media chat: Tinubu should’ve cautioned Wike over Rivers crisis – Idam Rivers: Fubara still member of PDP – Woko Court nullifies APC congresses in Rivers ‘We’ll use peace, artificial intelligence to defeat troublemakers’ – Gov Fubara Court convicts man for murder of minor in Rivers, defers sentencing Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media Ltd
Avalon lauds decision on Hereford Inlet sandWall Street hits records despite tariff talkLosses for big technology stocks pulled major indexes lower on Wall Street. The S & P 500 fell 0.4% Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.3% from its record high a day earlier, and the Nasdaq composite lost 0.6%. Losses for Nvidia, Microsoft and Broadcom were the biggest weights on the market. Dell sank 12.2% after reporting revenue that fell shy of forecasts, and HP dropped 11.4% after giving a weaker-than-expected outlook. Treasury yields fell in the bond market. U.S. financial markets will be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving, and will reopen for a half day on Friday. On Wednesday: The S & P 500 fell 22.89 points, or 0.4%, to 5,998.74. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 138.25 points, or 0.3%, to 44,722.06. The Nasdaq composite fell 115.10 points, or 0.6%, to 19,060.48. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 1.88 points, or 0.1%, to 2,426.19. For the week: The S & P 500 is up 29.40 points, or 0.5%. The Dow is up 425.55 points, or 1%. The Nasdaq is up 56.83 points, or 0.3%. The Russell 2000 is up 19.52 points, or 0.8%. For the year: The S & P 500 is up 1,228.91 points, or 25.8%. The Dow is up 7,032.52 points, or 18.7%. The Nasdaq is up 4,449.12 points, or 27%. The Russell 2000 is up 399.12 points, or 19.7%.
MQ CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT: Marqeta, Inc. Investors with Losses are Notified of February 7 Deadline in Securities Fraud Class Action – Contact BFA Law (NASDAQ:MQ)CHANGSHA, China , Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern China's rural revitalization strategy is crafting a remarkable narrative of transformation across the countryside, while progressive opening-up policies encourage foreign visitors to delve deeper into the nation's heartland. On December 26th , VOC.com.cn premiered the second season of its acclaimed series, I Am in Rural China. The show follows Teona Kvartskhava, an international guest, as she explores the villages of Hunan Province , offering viewers a firsthand look at the dynamic implementation of comprehensive rural revitalization. This captivating series invites a global audience to witness the dawn of a new era in China's rural landscapes, showcasing the country's evolving countryside to viewers worldwide. Rice field came as the first surprise. Hunan is the largest rice grower and producer in China . Hunan provides the high-quality and tasty rice. Teona Kvartskhava, a foreigner hardly feeding on rice, was tempted to have plenty of it. In Qunle Village, Lixian County, Changde, she also experienced "Double Rush", which is a time-honored agricultural event in China . An event that used to call for the joint efforts of all family members, has now become much easier thanks to technology. Departing from Lixian County for the moment, Teona Kvartskhava embarked on an exciting trip of tastes in Rucheng, Chenzhou , Southern Hunan . Hunan people are keen and expert on peppery food and spicy taste dominates the Hunan cuisine. Hunan is also rich in varieties of peppers. Jingpo town, a well-known town where spicy food prevails. It is a producer of red cluster pepper, officially one of the hottest peppers in China . From the crowded market, to the red and yellow pepper planting base, and then to the modern processing pepper workshop, the small cluster pepper strung up all corners of the town, so that the original ordinary mountain town has become extraordinarily lively and affluent. Of course, the "star" of the countryside here is not only agriculture, but also culture, which has also blossomed in this ancient land. As the birthplace of papermaking, China has preserved a unique handmade papermaking technique, which is used to make some "special" papers. In Shanghong Village, Liuyang, Teona Kvartskhava was lucky to meet two Chinese masters, who showed her hands-on experiences of "Gushan Tribute Paper" and "Floral Paper". As the process progresses, the paper took shape in her hands, as if history and culture were meeting in front of her eyes, and became the "first paper" in Teona Kvartskhava's life. So,What's rural China like? It's about hospitable peasants, about various agricultural produce, about profound history and culture, about colorful intangible cultural heritage. It's like a book telling numerous absorbing stories. Hopefully Teona Kvartskhava'll be luckier to visit more villages for their unique interest and charm. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/my-date-with-rural-chinavoccomcn-unveils-season-two-of-i-am-in-rural-china-302339884.html SOURCE voc.com.cn
How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 11/27/2024The Golden State Warriors could use a veteran big man who’s a serviceable contributor on both ends of the floor. While a raw Atlanta Hawks center may not be overly appealing to the Warriors , the franchise could add him to their long list of potential trade targets this season. "Clint Capela would address the Warriors' glaring need for rebounding and rim protection,” Fadeaway World’s Eddie Bitar wrote Wednesday. “The 30-year-old big man is averaging 8.3 rebounds and 0.8 blocks per game this season with the Hawks, making him one of the league’s most reliable interior players.” “Capela's elite rebounding would give Golden State second-chance opportunities on offense and help mitigate their defensive vulnerabilities in the paint.” “Capela's ability to finish around the rim (62.6% shooting from the field) also fits perfectly in the Warriors’ offensive system, especially with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green's ability to create easy looks for teammates.” “While Capela isn’t a floor-spacer, his athleticism and defensive instincts would be invaluable, particularly in matchups against teams with dominant centers like Denver (Nuggets) and Minnesota (Timberwolves).” "Atlanta may consider this trade because it allows them to offload Capela’s salary while acquiring valuable depth pieces." “Gary Payton II and Moses Moody provide the Hawks with defensive grit and shooting, fitting into a faster, more dynamic playing style." "Kevon Looney’s rebounding and screen-setting would soften the blow of losing Capela, while the additional second-round picks give Atlanta assets to use in future moves.” “This trade also creates more playing time for Onyeka Okongwu, their promising young center.” According to Bitar, the Warriors would be forced to ship Payton II, Moody, Looney, a 2026 second-round pick (via the Atlanta Hawks), and a 2028 second-round pick (via the Hawks) to Atlanta to receive Capela. With the Hawks firmly in rebuild mode, Capela has taken it upon himself to boost his trade value this season. The former first-round pick is off to a solid start to the 2024-25 season, nearly averaging a double-double and shooting over 60% from the field. As an unpolished 6-foot-10 center who isn't the smoothest low-post operator in the league, Capela prioritizes performing his pick-and-roll duties at an elite level and remaining active on the offensive glass. Defensively, the Geneva, Switzerland native can slide over from the weak side and alter half-behind layup attempts at the rim. The traditional big man probably wouldn’t be a game-changing asset for the Warriors. Still, his infectious energy and commitment to playing to his current strengths could motivate Golden State to make an unexpected move for Capela. More NBA: Warriors predicted to acquire Rockets' attention-seeking $86 million wing via trade
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Taurus Daily Horoscope Today, November 27 2024 advices to avoid investing in stocksDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones' 21 points helped UC San Diego defeat James Madison 73-67 on Friday night. Tait-Jones also contributed six rebounds for the Tritons (4-2). Hayden Gray scored 16 points and added four steals. Nordin Kapic went 5 of 8 from the field (1 for 4 from 3-point range) to finish with 12 points. Bryce Lindsay led the way for the Dukes (3-3) with 17 points. James Madison also got 13 points and four assists from Xavier Brown. UCSD went into halftime ahead of James Madison 34-28. Tait-Jones scored 14 points in the half. UCSD took the lead for good with 5:46 left in the second half on a free throw from Tait-Jones to make it a 58-57 game. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Looking for hard-to-find bottles of Kentucky bourbon to toast the holidays or add to a collection? Get your bids ready as the Bluegrass State launches its first online auction of confiscated alcohol. Whiskeys up for sale include two bottles of Old Rip Van Winkle, a Blanton’s Single Barrel Gold in box with Japanese markings and a bottle of Four Roses Small Batch Barrel Strength 2011. The sale is the result of a new Kentucky law, which allows alcohol confiscated from closed criminal investigations by the state's alcoholic beverage control agency to be auctioned. Online bidding opens Wednesday and closes at midnight on Dec. 11. Proceeds will support programs promoting responsible alcohol use by adults and awareness programs for youths. “This is a really good auction,” Eric Gregory, president of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, said by phone Tuesday. “There are some hard-to-find and rare bottles on there.” No estimate has been given on how much the auction might raise. “We look forward to seeing the response to this auction and have started planning additional auctions for 2025,” said Allyson Taylor, commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The auction features 32 bottles of alcohol and includes a “stock the bar” bundle with bottles of wine, vodka, rum and whiskey, the agency said. But the stars are the hard-to-find and rare bourbons up for sale. “It’s not every day you go to a liquor store and find a bottle of Blanton’s Gold," Gregory said. “You never go to a liquor store and find a bottle of Four Roses 2011.” The lineup includes bottles of E.H. Taylor bourbon, Blanton’s Single Barrel, Eagle Rare 10 yr., Weller Antique 107, Willett Family Estate Single Barrel Rye, Michter’s, an Old Forester gift set and more. A link to the online auction is available at ABC.ky.gov . Auction items cannot be shipped, so winning bidders must pick up items in Frankfort, the state said. The auctions will become a “can't miss opportunity” for bourbon connoisseurs, Gregory said. Until this year's change in the law, Kentucky regulators were required to destroy confiscated alcohol once a case was closed, the agency said. “We don't like to see good bourbon poured down the drain,” Gregory said. Kentucky distillers produce 95% of the global bourbon supply, the Kentucky distillers’ group says.{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "NewsArticle", "dateCreated": "2024-11-27T01:12:26+02:00", "datePublished": "2024-11-27T01:12:26+02:00", "dateModified": "2024-11-27T01:12:24+02:00", "url": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/22141/opinions/rwandas-nuclear-technology-plans-benefits-vs-challenges", "headline": "Rwanda’s nuclear technology plans: benefits vs challenges", "description": "In recent years, Rwanda has started exploring nuclear technology as part of its broader Vision 2050 plan to meet the country’s growing energy,...", "keywords": "", "inLanguage": "en", "mainEntityOfPage":{ "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/22141/opinions/rwandas-nuclear-technology-plans-benefits-vs-challenges" }, "thumbnailUrl": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2024/11/27/64914.jpg", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.newtimes.co.rw/thenewtimes/uploads/images/2024/11/27/64914.jpg" }, "articleBody": "In recent years, Rwanda has started exploring nuclear technology as part of its broader Vision 2050 plan to meet the country’s growing energy, healthcare, and agriculture needs. Rwanda is taking a step toward modernising its infrastructure and solving key challenges by working with international partners like the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). While this move holds great potential, Rwanda must overcome several obstacles like high costs associated with nuclear development and the need for skilled workers to make nuclear technology a reality. One major driver behind Rwanda’s interest in nuclear technology is the increasing demand for reliable and sustainable energy. As the economy grows and industrialisation accelerates, existing energy sources like hydropower and solar face limitations. Nuclear energy, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs) are considered safer and more adaptable to smaller grids, making them suitable for a country like Rwanda. While these projects are in their feasibility stages, the government is conducting studies and collaborating with experts to assess how nuclear energy can complement the national grid. Nuclear technology could also transform Rwanda’s healthcare sector. The government plans to make Rwanda a hub for medical tourism in the region. This includes setting up a medical city in Masaka, Kicukiro District, which would need advanced services like nuclear medicine. This technology uses special materials called radioisotopes for diagnosing and treating illnesses like cancers and cardiac diseases. However, nuclear medicine requires major investments in equipment, training, and safety and security, which Rwanda is starting to address through international partnerships. To manage nuclear technology safely, Rwanda has put in place relevant regulatory requirements, including Rwanda Atomic Energy Board (RAEB), an entity that was set up to coordinate all research and development of nuclear energy activities in Rwanda, as well as the planned Center for Nuclear Science and Technology (CNST). These bodies ensure that nuclear projects follow strict safety and security rules. They work under guidelines from the IAEA, which sets international standards. Rwanda’s membership in the IAEA helps it stay aligned with global best practices. The IAEA has even praised Rwanda for its efforts to protect nuclear materials, which is an important step in using nuclear technology responsibly. The country has also signed important treaties like the Non-Proliferation Treaty and the Convention on Nuclear Terrorism to show its commitment to safety. Additionally, Rwanda has ratified key international treaties and conventions, such as the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), the Convention on physical protection of nuclear materials (CPPNM), and the convention on nuclear terrorism, among other international conventions, underscoring its commitment to responsible nuclear development. Building a skilled workforce is another key part of Rwanda’s plan. The country is working with partners like Russia, China, and the IAEA to train experts in nuclear science and technology. Many Rwandans are currently studying abroad in advanced programmes to learn about nuclear safety, security, nuclear physics, and energy production, among other nuclear related courses. Locally, Rwanda is exploring ways to create nuclear science programmes at its universities and research centres to train more professionals in the future. Despite these positive steps, Rwanda faces a few challenges, especially the high costs of nuclear infrastructure as the nuclear industry is one of the industries that require heavy investments. For example, the proposed small modular reactor construction costs between $50 million to $3 billion depending on the capacity. Building nuclear plants and ensuring safety will require significant investments. Additionally, Rwanda will need to continue working with international partners and keep developing its workforce to stay on track. One area of focus is nuclear medicine, which could be important for Rwanda’s healthcare system. The country hopes to become a regional medical tourism hub, and nuclear medicine will play a role in that. However, developing the necessary infrastructure to support nuclear medicine will also take time and money. Rwanda’s pursuit of nuclear technology is an exciting step toward addressing some of the country’s most pressing issues. The country has made good progress in setting up the necessary institutions, training professionals, and building partnerships with international experts. But Rwanda will need to continue working on the financial, technical, and regulatory aspects of nuclear technology to make it a successful part of its future. With careful planning and ongoing effort, Rwanda could become a leader in using nuclear technology to improve energy, healthcare, and agriculture in the region. 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